GPB: The Great American Read Event. As part of the conversation sparked by the PBS series about the nation’s 100 most-loved novels, this event will explore themes, characters, and landscapes found in Southern literature. Moderated by GPB’s Bill Nigut. 7 p.m. Aug. 22. Panel discussions. Free. Atlanta History Center, 130 W. Paces Ferry Road N.W., Atlanta, 404-814-4150, www.atlantahistorycenter.com